Liverpool and Everton's first shots were made by Chen Yu.

In the 5th minute of the game, Alonso made a quick pass from the right, Everton defender Hibert made a defensive mistake and did not stare at Benayon. Benayon broke into the penalty area and dunked Hibert to try to shoot, but Everton's defender blocked very timely, leaving Benayon without a chance to kick. Benayon had to pass back to the top of the arc at the front of the penalty area to find his forward.

Benayon didn't have time to see if there was anyone at the top of the penalty area. The defensive player was around him. His movements must be coherent. With a slight pause, the opponent's feet arrived. However, based on his usual training and understanding of his teammates, Benayon believed that his teammates must come to this position.

Chen Yu is here.

When Benayon broke into the penalty area, Chen Yu and Kuyt quickly ran over to pick him up.

Chen Yu walked at the top of the penalty area, and Kuyt walked at the corner of the penalty area. Chen Yu's position was better and easier to shoot. This is natural. Kuyt's position is blue-collar worker, serving Chen Yu, and of course the best position must be given to Chen Yu.

Chen Yu has always followed closely, but Chen Yu is fast enough. Even if the defensive players keep following, Chen Yu will run to the position one step faster than the defensive players and grab the landing point.

Benayon's ball came over, Chen Yu accelerated and caught up, and raised his foot and hit. With someone following closely, it was difficult for Chen Yu to exert all his strength. His legs were not swinging a lot, and he was purely using the explosive power of his calf. However, even so, the power emitted by Chen Yu should not be underestimated. The "bang" sound when his feet collided with the ball was clearly audible.

In such a derby, everyone's nerves were tense. Goalkeeper Howard faced the world's best striker Chen Yu. His attention was very focused. When Chen Yu shot, Howard saw that Chen Yu didn't exert much force. He wanted to hold the ball in his arms when he fell to the ground, but he felt bad when he was tentacles. Although Chen Yu did not give his full strength, his strength was not small at all. Howard did not hold it, and the ball bounced out.

"No! Howard took it off!"

"Danger!"

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Chen Yu has a good sense of shooting. He continued to follow up after the shot to see if there was any chance to shoot. However, Everton's defenders were not bad. They were unable to block Chen Yu's shot, but they blocked Chen Yu's running route in time, allowing Chen Yu to rush into the penalty area in an arc.

Howard's second reaction was also very fast. Chen Yu was delayed in this way. He stood up with both hands and rushed out, pounced on the ball under his body, and Chen Yu was one step late.

Chen Yu shot, Howard saved, Chen Yu came over to make a comeback, Howard saved the second time, these few moves were very fast, like a rabbit rising and falling, but many fans felt that it had been a long time. It was not until the ball was pressed by Howard that Everton's fans breathed a sigh of relief and gave Howard a warm applause.

"This is really dangerous! Howard dug a hole and filled it in himself. A team like Everton plays with Liverpool, conceding a goal first is definitely fatal... Chen Yu entered the state very early today. It seems that the derby is quite exciting to him. He wants to be a derby hero again. It depends on whether Everton can limit him. Looking back at that time, Everton also had footprints of Chinese players. Li Tieren is Everton's main midfielder. If it weren't for an injury, maybe we can see the Merseyside derby between Chen Yu and Li Tieren..."

Duan Xuan, a commentator from China CCTV, also came to the scene. Such a derby match with a certain impact is a good time to promote Chen Yu, and CCTV will definitely not miss this good opportunity.

Liverpool's live commentator also thought of Li Tieren at this time. He said: "Looking at Chen Yu's majesty in Liverpool, we can't help but think of Everton's China Iron. His running is not tired, he will make every opponent feel breathing. He is a strong barrier in front of the defender. Unfortunately, he left due to injury. I am not saying that China Iron can reach the level of China Chen, but that Everton's defense in the midfield will be better. It is not easy for Liverpool to attack our penalty area so easily."

The young coach Moyes on the sidelines was startled by Chen Yu's shot. He cursed lowly, then waved his arms to make a forward pressing posture, "From forward! Run positively! Put pressure on the ball holders vigorously! Let them stay away from our penalty area!"

Moyes has a clear understanding of the situation and the strength of both sides and his playing style. He knows that letting Liverpool players wander around in front of the goal is not a good thing. Only by keeping Liverpool players away from the penalty area can their tactics and Everton's characteristics be fully demonstrated.

Benitez was almost celebrating, but he still didn't celebrate his success in the end. Everton's defense was not weak, and he did everything he should do. When there was no defender blocking it, Chen Yu knocked the ball to the goal net.

Benitez was also very satisfied with Chen Yu's performance. After losing Gerrard, Liverpool's attack power decreased. Chen Yu had to stand up and make up for the losses caused by Gerrard's absence. Now Benitez can see that Chen Yu is excited. This is Liverpool's luck and Everton's misfortune.

Liverpool not only has Chen Yu in good shape, but the wing forward Pennant is also in good shape. After receiving a red card in the Champions League, Pennant seems to have matured a lot and cherishes the opportunity to rotate in the league. This derby battle is very important and eye-catching. Pennant is very grateful to Benitez for the opportunity he gave him. He hopes to use goals to repay Benitez's trust in him.

Everton goalkeeper Howard just got the ball with his second reaction. He did not stop the game. Instead, while his opponent had not fully focused on the court, Howard quickly threw the ball to midfielder captain Phil Neville.

Phil Neville is the captain of Everton Club and the younger brother of former Manchester United captain Gary Neville. He has won numerous honors at Manchester United. In 2005, he chose to leave because he was unable to get the main position for a long time and joined Everton.

Phil Neville is a defensive player with comprehensive skills. He is skilled, fierce in fighting and full-body strength. He can serve as a left and right full-back, and also performs well in the midfielder position. He was once known as an all-round player.

Although Phil Neville's offensive ability is not enough to watch, and can only watch dirty and tiring work, in Everton, Phil Neville has both offense and defense. The defenders will hand the ball over to Phil Neville, who plays as a midfielder or Arteta, the core of the midfield, as soon as they get the ball, let them allocate the ball, control the rhythm and main attack direction.
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